Synonyms of trench

trench

noun

ˈtrench 

as in ditch

a long narrow channel dug in the earth

dug a trench and filled it with water in an attempt to keep the forest fire off her property

Synonyms & Similar Words

• ditch
• gutter
• ravine
• furrow
• trough
• dike
• moat
• fosse
• culvert
• drain
• gully
• sheugh
• drill
• acequia
• draw
• stank
• kennel
• sunk fence
• ha-ha

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of trench

There, trenches, benches, niches and other architectural devices are carved into the floor and walls—adding to the drama of the paintings covering the walls. — Jacqueline Ortoleva, Scientific American, 3 Oct. 2026

Its move past bohemian into bombers, blazers, trenches and zip-ups signals a category shift, not a seasonal moment, and the chocolate-brown palette flagged by Yahoo Shopping is neutral enough to carry into spring. — Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 30 Sep. 2026

Marie Claire calls high-collar outerwear a defining trend of fall 2026, spanning funnel-neck leather jackets, trenches, wool coats and sporty styles. — Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2026

The good news is that Amazon has plenty of styles cut just right for petite shoppers, including denim with shorter inseams, cozy cardigans that look made for you, and trench-style jackets perfect for cooler temperatures. — Sarah Scott, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2026

Phrases Containing trench

• trench (on)